2006 Noon Winery Reserve Shiraz 750ml

The 2006 Noon Winery Reserve Shiraz is an exceptionally rare and highly sought-after release from one of Australia's most revered boutique producers. Crafted by Drew Noon in tiny quantities, this flagship Shiraz represents the pinnacle of the winery's production and showcases the extraordinary concentration, power, and longevity that have established Noon Winery as a cult name among collectors.

Produced only in the finest vintages, Reserve Shiraz is sourced from meticulously managed old-vine vineyards in McLaren Vale. These low-yielding vines consistently produce fruit of remarkable depth and intensity, allowing the wine to develop exceptional structure and ageing potential.

The outstanding 2006 vintage delivered ideal conditions for Shiraz, producing fruit with impressive ripeness, concentration, and balance. Hand-harvested grapes were fermented in small batches before maturation in premium French oak, allowing the wine to develop complexity while preserving vineyard character and fruit purity.

Now approaching two decades of bottle age, the wine displays a deeply complex bouquet of blackberry, black plum, blueberry, and dark cherry, layered with notes of black pepper, liquorice, mocha, cedar, dark chocolate, and spice. Extended bottle maturation has introduced tertiary characters of leather, tobacco leaf, forest floor, earth, and savoury game, adding further depth and intrigue.

The palate remains remarkably youthful and powerful, with concentrated dark fruit, velvety texture, and beautifully integrated tannins. Despite its richness and scale, the wine retains freshness and balance, leading to a long, savoury finish that highlights the pedigree of both the vineyard and the vintage.

Drinking magnificently now, the 2006 Reserve Shiraz offers a rare opportunity to experience a mature flagship Noon wine at its peak. Well-stored examples will continue to provide enjoyment for many years, though the wine is firmly within its prime drinking window.

Winery: Noon Winery
Region: McLaren Vale, South Australia
Variety: Shiraz
Vintage: 2006
Style: Full-Bodied & Age-Worthy Red Wine
Closure: Screwcap

Food Pairing: Dry-aged ribeye, roast lamb shoulder, beef short ribs, venison, slow-cooked game meats, and mature hard cheeses.